Achillea (Yarrow) – Texture and the Tenderness of a Natural Meadow
Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) belongs to the daisy family (Asteraceae) and is native throughout Europe and the temperate zone of Asia, where it grows as a perennial right on Czech meadows. To us it is a symbol of untamed “boho” style, prized for its architectural value and remarkable resilience.
What does it look like and when does it grow? You will recognise yarrow at a glance by its feathery, deep green leaves, which resemble delicate fern fronds or a ladder (hence its Czech name, “řebříček,” from “řebřík” meaning ladder). Its flowers are arranged in dense, flat clusters that form a kind of “plate” made up of hundreds of tiny florets. In nature and in gardens it blooms with the arrival of summer (June) and its season lasts until the first autumn frosts in October.
Symbolism and history: Its Latin name Achillea refers to the Greek hero Achilles. Legend has it that he used it to treat his soldiers' wounds during the Trojan War. Yarrow has therefore been a symbol of courage, healing, and inner strength for centuries. In folk tradition it was also considered a protective herb that brings love and stability into a home.
Tip from Monika (Owner, A1 Quality Specialist): “Yarrow is the 'anchor' of a bouquet. It has a very firm, woody stem that does not rot in the vase. It works beautifully as texture to fill the gaps between dominant blooms like sunflowers. On top of that, it is a genuine star for dried flower bouquets – unlike many other plants, it keeps its colour and firmness even once dried.”
✦ Care in a vase: If you are buying cut flowers by the stem, yarrow just needs a diagonal cut and clean water. It stays fresh for 10 to 14 days.
Bouquet of Blended Sunflower
895 Kč
